Issues / 1998 / 0730| Jul 30

La Gondola Ristorante

Corks were popping and heads were turning at the flashy grand opening last month of La Gondola Ristorante, located in the romantically refurbished site of the former Bradley's Tavern and Grill. With a guest list that evidenced a veritable who's who of the hospitality industry, the lively group of invitees overflowed the elegantly redecorated interior and spilled out onto the patio, eager to toast the management team that breathes new life into this corner of the Barnyard.

A La Russe

A Pacific Grove ballet school battles financial problems, rumors and a troubled past to bring Russian dance technique to the Peninsula.

A Pacific Grove ballet school battles financial problems, rumors and a troubled past to bring Russian dance technique to the Peninsula.

Letters

First, I would like to commend Mr. Dickinson for his, in part, thoughtful and emphatic Public Forum in support of the arts in our community and beyond, nationally and globally

Classical

Dwindling Bach--Bach takes a backseat during his namesake festival in Carmel.

Dwindling Bach--Bach takes a backseat during his namesake festival in Carmel.

La Rondala Alisal

Salinas performance group builds confidence and pride through music.

Salinas performance group builds confidence and pride through music.

Plastic Jesus

A cryptic four-letter code showing up on bracelets, T-shirts and coffee mugs asks "What would Jesus do?"

A cryptic four-letter code showing up on bracelets, T-shirts and coffee mugs asks "What would Jesus do?"

Touched By An Angel

Andy Lakey's angel paintings offer visual and tactile access to another world.

Andy Lakey's angel paintings offer visual and tactile access to another world.

Saving Private Ryan

Steven Spielberg proves again why he's one of the most respected filmmakers alive.

Steven Spielberg proves again why he's one of the most respected filmmakers alive.

Does Jesus Rock?

Despite doubters and detractors, Christian music is the fastest-growing segment of the music industry.

Despite doubters and detractors, Christian music is the fastest-growing segment of the music industry.

Getting The Spirit

Spirit West Coast highlights the popularity of Christian music locally and nationally.

Spirit West Coast highlights the popularity of Christian music locally and nationally.